The Smallest Cat On Earth: The rusty-spotted cat

Nature is a one the major source of beauty and cuteness. Indeed, it is home to millions of adorable animals. The rusty-spotted cat is also part of the list. It is the smallest cat in the world. This cute wild cat fits easily into the human palm, even in adulthood.

Distribution

This feline is found mostly in the tropical jungle of Sri Lanka and in the Indian rain forests, with periodic sightings in Nepal’s Terai region. This animal turns out to be the smallest wild cat on earth, a title that only the black-footed cat can argue with him.

BBC delivers incomparable pictures of this little furball that lives in the wild of Sri Lanka ; the object of desire of traffickers with  hopes to protect it better.

The adolescent rusty-spotted cat is spotted jumping over water and wandering the woods, searching for food and exploring the sites, it is absolutely adorable!

The smallest cat on earths characteristics

Significant of the tiny cat’s cuteness emanates from its size and coat. It measures between 35 and 48 cm long  which is 14 to 19 inches in length, their tail measures approximately half the length of their physique. Its average weight is hardly  even 1.5 kg (3.3 lb).

The rusty-spotted cat’s diet and nutrition

The tiny feline evades venturing into the wilderness during daylight, so as not to cross the path of bigger predators in the area hence it is a nocturnal creature. Like many of its similar felines and other domesticated counterparts, birds and small mammals are their chief meal. However, they also dart in the direction of other small prey such as insects and frogs.

Population threats

The IUCN Red List, the Rusty-spotted cat seems to be on the list of near-threatened species.

The biggest threats to these small wild cats, in both India and Sri Lanka, is the destruction of their natural home due to the continued growth of the human population. Fortunately, they are protected legally throughout the greater parts of its area and hunting is prohibited.

Watch this gorgeous video of the rusty-spotted cat wandering in its natural habitat!

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